Side: meaning, definitions and examples

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side

 

[ saษชd ]

Context #1 | Noun

of a building

A side is one of the surfaces of a building, usually the outside surface. It is often used to refer to the left or right side of a building.

Synonyms

facade, facet, wall

Examples of usage

  • The windows on the side of the house offer a nice view of the garden.
  • There is a small balcony on the side of the apartment building.
Context #2 | Noun

of a debate

In a debate or argument, a side refers to one of the opposing groups or viewpoints. It can also represent a particular stance or position on an issue.

Synonyms

camp, faction, party

Examples of usage

  • Both sides of the argument presented valid points.
  • She decided to take the side of environmental conservation.
Context #3 | Noun

of a person

A side can also refer to a person's profile or aspect. It is often used in phrases like 'side profile' or 'side view'.

Synonyms

aspect, profile, view

Examples of usage

  • She looked beautiful in the side profile picture.
  • He has a unique side view that makes him easily recognizable.

Translations

Translations of the word "side" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น lado

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเค•เฅเคท

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Seite

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ sisi

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัั‚ะพั€ะพะฝะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ strona

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅด (ใŒใ‚, gawa)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท cรดtรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ lado

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท yan

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ธก๋ฉด (chukmyeon)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฌุงู†ุจ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ strana

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ strana

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไพง้ข (cรจmiร n)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ stran

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hliรฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถะฐา›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒ•แƒ”แƒ แƒ“แƒ˜ (gverdi)

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tษ™rษ™f

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ lado

Etymology

The word 'side' originated from the Old English word 'sฤซde', which referred to the edge of something. Over time, it evolved to encompass various meanings related to surfaces, viewpoints, and profiles. The term has been used in English language for centuries to describe different aspects of objects, debates, and individuals.

See also: aside, beside, downside, inside, outsider, sidearm, sidebar, sidekick, sideline, sidelong, sides, sidewalk, sideward, sideways, siding, subside.

Word Frequency Rank

With position #204, this word is vital for basic English fluency. It appears very frequently in everyday language and should be among the first words you learn and actively use.